Naushar - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Naushar is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Nausar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naushar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naushar is 056287. The village covers a total geographical area of 686.8 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Naushar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naushar
According to the 2011 Census, Naushar village had a total population of 3,133 people, including 1,627 males and 1,506 females, living in 546 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.94%, with male literacy at 87.55% and female literacy at 69.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 837.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,133 | 1,627 | 1,506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 165 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 837 | 429 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 2,227 | 1,280 | 947 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 347 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Naushar
Naushar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Naushar
Naushar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Naushar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Naushar is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naushar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naushar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naushar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naushar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naushar
Where is Naushar located?
Naushar village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naushar?
The Gram Panchayat of Naushar is Nausar.
What is the pincode of Naushar?
The pincode of Naushar is 262308.
What is the population of Naushar?
Naushar had a total population of 3,133, including 1,627 males and 1,506 females.
How many households are there in Naushar?
Naushar had 546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naushar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naushar was 78.94%. Male literacy was 87.55% and female literacy was 69.68%.